Charles Orban, Carte Noire Brut, Champagne , NV

Vintage:

NV

Date tasted:

23 August 2012

Price when tasted:

£26.00

Tasting notes

23/08/2012

The Orban family were growing grapes as far back as 1770. The most recent release under its name shows a straightforward Champagne nose, but kicks on somewhat in the mouth, with yeasty notes showing themselves on the mid-palate, book-ended by vibrant, bright, lime and apple fruit on the attack, and a honeyed, waxy facet towards the finish.
16/20

The Orban family were growing grapes as far back as 1770. The most recent release under its name shows a straightforward Champagne nose, but kicks on somewhat in the mouth, with yeasty notes showing themselves on the mid-palate, book-ended by vibrant, bright, lime and apple fruit on the attack, and a honeyed, waxy facet towards the finish.
16/20

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